Cute Crochet Lion

Create your own adorable crochet lion plushie with this easy amigurumi pattern (PDF instant download), designed for soft chenille yarn and perfect for beginners. My easy-to-follow pattern contains detailed step-by-step instructions and plenty of photos to guide you. It also has a LOW-SEW option which allows you to crochet the body, arms and legs directly onto the head.

Suitable for beginners who know basic crochet skills.

This pattern is designed for chunky chenille yarn (sometimes called velvet, plush or blanket yarn), to create an extra soft and cuddly toy, but it will work just as well with any other yarn weight/material. I used chunky chenille (no more than 100g of each colour) and a 4mm hook to create a 40cm tall toy. You can change the toy size with different yarn weights and hook sizes.